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Bear Brasserie

Level 2, Cnr Hawkesbury Rd & Hainsworth St, Westmead NSW 2145, Australia

Recommended by 53 people

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Level 2, Cnr Hawkesbury Rd & Hainsworth St, Westmead NSW 2145, Australia

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+61 2 9845 0915
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bear Brasserie

Escape the clinical haze of the ward with proper cafe dining, Toby's Estate espresso, and room to breathe. Tucked inside Westmead Children's Hospital on Level 2, this sit-down refuge cuts through the bustle with full table service and generous plates. Visitors heading between appointments count on the airy layout—wide aisles leave ample floor clearance for strollers, bulky prams, and IV poles. The kitchen turns out cafe classics like flaky battered fish and chips, salmon bagels, and fluffy omelettes alongside thick strawberry milkshakes. It is an honest pause with a strong flat white before heading back into the routine.

  • Accessible hospital layout: Spacious aisles accommodate prams and IV pole trolleys without cutting off walkways.
  • Seated dining refuge: Full table service delivers a relaxed sit-down meal distinct from counter takeaway.
  • Specialty roasts & hearty fare: Serves Toby's Estate roasts alongside crisp fish and chips, salmon bagels, and kid-friendly milkshakes.
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Why Choose Bear Brasserie

Why patients, visitors, and hospital staff choose Bear Brasserie

  • Space for Medical Equipment and Prams

    Seated front areas and wide renovated aisles accommodate IV poles and strollers without blocking walkways.

    the seats at the front are great if you have an IV trolley in tow even with a pram and they are very accomodating to find you a spot if needed.

    d g

  • Full Table-Service Experience

    Unlike grab-and-go kiosks, full seated table service is provided with attentive waitstaff and stocked dining tables.

    The service is friendly and fast, table service.

    skye Ling

  • Escape from the Clinical Hospital Ward

    The cafe atmosphere offers patients and families a welcoming mental reprieve from stressful clinical wards.

    it really takes you away from the hospital vibe.

    Lisa Newman

  • Restorative Respite for Caregivers

    Visitors frequently rely on the warm venue as a restorative sanctuary during difficult medical appointments and inpatient stays.

    It’s a restbit within the chaos of it al

    riley Harrison-Allen

  • Special Treats for Pediatric Patients

    Carers can bring young patients away from wards for comforting treats, milkshakes, and dedicated children's meal options.

    take them for a sneaky milkshake and treat while on the ward.

    Shahn Trevarthen

  • Comforting and Personable Staff Care

    Caring, consistent front-of-house staff provide reassuring social connection and warmth for families enduring prolonged admissions.

    every single time I was greeted with a smile, had exceptional food and walked away laughing or smiling.

    steph Higginson

Popular freshly prepared meals and specialty roast coffee for hospital visitors and families

  • Coffee

    The coffee was probably the highlight though – a really nice roast with a strong, high-quality flavour.

    Seulki Chung

  • Fish and chips

    I ordered the fish and chips and it was excellent – crispy batter, nicely cooked flaky fish, and the chips and salad were fresh and tasty.

    Seulki Chung

  • Salmon bagel

    We also had the salmon bagel which was fresh and well put together.

    Seulki Chung

  • Wraps

    Love the wraps, and coffee is great.

    Javeria

Before you head over

Practical advice for dining comfortably during hospital visits at Bear Brasserie

  • Front Seating for Medical Equipment and Prams

    Head toward the front seating area if navigating with a stroller or an IV pole trolley, as the wider setup and staff accommodate medical gear with ease.

  • Full Table Service Over Counter Queues

    During busy peak hours, the counter area can be hectic with takeaway queues; speak to floor staff for seated table service rather than ordering takeaway upfront.

  • Ward Respite with Pediatric Treats

    Take pediatric patients out for a refreshing break between long clinical ward appointments to recharge with specialty coffee, treats, or milkshakes.

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